Programme Officer (Passenger and Cargo Border Team)

Contract

This is a P-3 contract. This kind of contract is known as Professional and Director staff. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's a staff contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be between 109,361 USD and 143,199 USD.

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Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Regional Office for South-Eastern Europe (ROSEE) – Passenger and Cargo Border Team (PCBT) implementing the Container Control Programme (CCP) and the Airport Communication Programme (AIRCOP) with duty station in Istanbul, Türkiye, Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). PCBT operates under the Border Management Branch (BMB)/DO and the incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Senior Law Enforcement Expert (Drug Control and Crime Prevention, Head of AIRCOP and Container Control Programme - Passenger and Cargo Border Team) and the PCBT Programme Officer, ROSEE, as well as the overall supervision of the Representative, ROSEE. For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

The focus of the PCBT is to assist law enforcement agencies to identify and inspect high-risk passengers and cargo. Within assigned authority, the Programme Officer (PCBT) will work in the Programme Management Team in Istanbul and support the implementation and backstopping of CCP and AIRCOP, in accordance with UNODC rules and regulations. The incumbent will, in particular, perform the following specific tasks: • Contribute to the planning, coordination and implementation of project strategies and activities as outlined in the project documents for CCP and AIRCOP. • Support the coordination and backstopping operational PCBT activities related to crimes that affect the environment, in particular crimes in the fisheries sector and waste trafficking. • Backstop and act as PCBT HQ focal point for PCBT in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region. • Coordinate and backstop PCBT’s fund-raising and reporting related to Strategic Trade and Export Control (STEC). • Contribute to fund-raising and liaise with donor countries, including the drafting of funding proposals and concept notes for donors as well as narrative and financial reporting requirements. • Expedite and endorse submissions according to UNODC procedures and the project document, ensure timely project reviews, revisions, monitoring and completion of related reporting obligations, etc.. • Guide and liaise with consultants, project personnel, donors, institutions and counterparts in countries concerned towards the achievement of project objectives. • Participate in the coordination and preparation of communication materials (brochures, website, social media accounts, posters, etc.) in support of the PCBT; disseminate PCBT-related materials to governments, NGOs and the general public. • Contribute to the preparation of various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, briefing notes and reports. • Review legal documents, including Memoranda of Understanding and funding agreements, to ensure compliance with UNODC guidelines and policies. • Undertake general and administrative arrangements, including preparing funding requests, and liaising with national authorities and international organizations. • Contribute to managing PCBT’s human resources processes, including the preparation of terms of reference for PCBT staff and international consultants/experts and the identification of possible candidates. • Collect and analyze data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting. • Perform other work-related duties as required.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices and approaches relevant to areas related to drugs and crime. Has knowledge of policies and practices in international drug control and crime prevention, as well as the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Has conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and practice in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Has knowledge of UN policies, rules and regulations, administrative and programmatic procedures. Is able to identify and contribute to the solution of problems/issues. Has ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. Has ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. • Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in criminology, political science, international relations, security studies or related area is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in international project management or project administration in criminal justice, law enforcement, border management or related area is required. Work experience in programme development and fundraising is required. Work experience in technical assistance in the area of supply chain security, passenger/cargo control and related crimes that affect the environment is required. Work experience implementing or backstopping projects with counterparts in the field is desirable. Work experience within the United Nations system or a similar international organization is desirable. Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in Spanish is desirable. Working knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of other United Nations official languages is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency based interview.

Special Notice

This "Recruit from Roster" job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected. This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment will be subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Istanbul is classified in the A category and is a family duty station.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. By accepting a letter of appointment, staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). Further, staff members in the Professional and higher category up to and including the D-2 level and the Field Service category are normally required to move periodically to discharge functions in different duty stations under conditions established in ST/AI/2023/3 on Mobility, as may be amended or revised. This condition of service applies to all position specific job openings and does not apply to temporary positions. Applicants are urged to carefully follow all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira, and to refer to the Applicant Guide by clicking on “Manuals” in the “Help” tile of the inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.